Tours & Activities in Salamanca

Salamanca, the most famous University City in Spain, has a lot to offer, and we are here to tell you all about it!

With Official Tourism Guides you will be able to discover every corner of the historical centre of Salamanca.

Know facts, anecdotes, stories and yes, of course gastronomic recommendations.

We want to make your experience in Salamanca something unique and that when we finish you can think: "This is the best tour I've ever done".

 Our itinerary:

• Anaya Square.
• New Cathedral.
• Old Cathedral.
• La Merced Garden and Roman Bridge.
• Minor Schools.
• Schoolyard.
• Major Schools.
• Clergy.
• House of the Shells.
• Main Square.

Learn about the origins of the City's name. Find the different "easter eggs" that are hidden in Salamanca.

Enjoy the view of the Roman Bridge and understand it's importance through the history.

Feel the University atmosphere and the old Palaces that the city has in store for you.

Let us tell to you who is always watching while we are in the Main Square (Plaza Mayor).

And last but not least: not only we speak. You can also participate.
Join us!

 ATTENTION!!!

• Reservations of more than 6 adults not admitted. In case more than 6 people from the same group arrive but with different reservations, the guide has the right of not accept those reservations in the group. In case you want to attend, the payment of the members of that group will be €7.5 per adult. (Under 14 years old, free).
• Minimum number of participants: if there are less than 4 reserved places, the tour can be canceled, notifying in advance.
• Apart of that: WE DO THE TOUR WETHER IT RAINS, SNOWS OR HAVE A BEAUTIFUL SUNNY DAY!!! 

Do you visit Salamanca and want to live a unique experience?

Book the best valued Free Tour in Salamanca and get lost with us through the streets and corners of this city to make sense of the monumental wealth that we preserve in it, Salamanca, the Golden City, a city declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in the year 1988.

A university city, a cosmopolitan city whose stones exude history and life. We are young, professional guides (qualified to carry out this activity in accordance with the law) but above all we are guides who are passionate about our work and in love with Salamanca.

We will begin the visit next to our premises, on Rúa Mayor 39, in front of the statue of Salinas , then we will carry out the following itinerary:

• Main Square
• Prior Street
• Plaza de las Agustinas (Palace of Monterrey and Church of the Purisima)
• Calle Compañía (House of Shells and Pontifical University)
• San Isidro Lecture Hall
• booksellers street
• Courtyards of Schools and Historic Buildings of the University of Salamanca
• Old Azogue Old Square
• Rooster Tower
• Old Cathedral XII century
• New Cathedral XVI century
• Anaya Square

We will meet the most illustrious characters who have left their mark on the city (Fray Luis de León, Miguel de Unamuno...), we will also discover what is the meaning of the famous frog of the University and how we will not end the visit with the Astronaut of the Cathedral New.

You cannot miss the opportunity to make this visit, without a doubt a unique tour, the authentic Free Tour of Salamanca.

Let's explore the city together!

Discover the secret Salamanca with our free night tour!

On this free-price guided tour we will tour the most mysterious monuments and corners of the city of Salamanca , accompanied by an official tour guide.

With the darkness of the night and the historical buildings illuminated, you will enjoy a unique monumental environment while you immerse yourself in the history and legends of Salamanca.

After starting the visit in the Plaza de los Bandos , we will move to the House of Doña María la Brava.

We will continue the tour along Bordadores Street, where the House of Death is located . The façade of this 16th century palace-house hides four skulls whose meaning we will reveal. Later we will visit the Casa de las Conchas , the Convent of the Dominicans, the Salamanca Cave and, of course, the famous Huerto de Calixto y Melibea.

The next stops will be in the Patio Chico, in the General Archive of the Civil War and in the Casa Lis. We will end the visit at the Roman Bridge next to the statue of Lazarillo de Tormes.

Itinerary:

• Plaza de los Bandos
• House of Doña María la Brava
• House of Deaths
• Shell House
• Dominican Convent
• Salamanca Cave
• Garden of Calixto and Melibea
• Civil War Archive
• Casa Lis
• Roman Bridge (Lazarillo de Tormes

Enjoy with us an essential tour of Salamanca to learn all the details of its main corners, such as the iconic Plaza Mayor , its renowned and ancient University or the Casa de las Conchas , while we tour the historic center of the city and learn why The city is known as Rome the Girl or the Golden City .

We will delve into the history and peculiarities of the city with a unique walk through its squares and streets. We will walk through the Plaza de las Agustinas Recoletas or Compañía Street , and we will observe how the monumental complexes in its surroundings certify that we are facing two locations of great relevance in the past.

What differences exist between the Minor Schools and the Major Schools of the University of Salamanca? We will discover every detail of this almost ancient institution and understand why the city is famous for its good university atmosphere.

If you are able to locate the famous frog on the façade of the University, we will continue until we see the majestic Cathedral of Salamanca ... or should we say cathedrals? We will learn the details of the Old Cathedral and the New Cathedral before ending our visit in the cozy Plaza de Anaya .


👀 Reservations for more than 6 people 👀

• Group reservations of more than 6 people have to pay €10 per person over 15 years old and €5 for each attendee under that age.
• The amount must be paid in cash to our guides at the meeting point before starting the activity to be admitted to it.
• If you cannot attend, please cancel your reservation at least 24 hours in advance.

With this tour you will get to know the most mysterious and mystical Salamanca , which together with the university atmosphere and the perfect lighting will dazzle you as you walk through its streets. You will be able to discover the beautiful monuments and the magnificent landscapes of Salamanca at sunset . A unique experience to learn the best curiosities about the city, as well as the legends and mysteries of this unique destination.

Our tour will begin in the Plaza del Poeta Iglesias , from where we will look for the Torre del Clavero , which hides the legend of the famous Black Ghost . Afterwards, we will walk through the streets until we reach the Convent of San Esteban and learn about its relationship with the nearby Convent of Las Dueñas .

We will continue our journey to delve deeper into the legends that await us in some of the most important places in the city, such as the Cave of Salamanca or the Garden of Calixto and Melibea, and we will continue our walk through the Casa de las Conchas, whose atypical façade hides numerous myths.

To finish this mysterious free tour, while we delight in the beauty of the illuminated city, we will go to the House of Death , which awaits us to discover the grim story hidden behind its name.

From November 29th to January 6th, our route through Salamanca will be filled with the magic of its streets at Christmas . We will learn about the main traditions and activities of this time of year while enjoying the bright coloured lights . We will discover the curiosities of the famous University New Year's Eve that students celebrate before going on holiday and we will enjoy the Christmas spirit that is experienced in the street, observing its ice skating rinks or the craft market. We will also visit the statue of the turronera , in homage to these women from La Alberca and the ancient tradition that they keep alive, and we will talk about the typical San Silvestre race in Salamanca , which is celebrated on the last Sunday of the year in the city.

  👀 Reservations for more than 6 people 👀

• Group reservations of more than 6 people must pay €10 per person aged 15 or over and €5 for each person under that age.
• The amount must be paid in cash to our guides at the meeting point before starting the activity to be admitted into it.
• If you are unable to attend, please cancel your reservation at least 24 hours in advance.